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The Markandeya Purana invites readers into a luminous tapestry of myth and philosophy, where the sage Markandeya engages in dialogues sparked by events from the Mahabharata. This timeless scripture blends myth, yoga wisdom, and devotional insight to explore the nature of consciousness, dharma, and the divine. Aimed at curious readers of myth, philosophy, and spiritual practice, from beginners to seasoned students, it carries an uplifting, contemplative tone that invites wonder and reflection.
Written as intimate conversations and nested tales, The Markandeya Purana unfolds through Markandeya’s responses to profound questions. The book's structure—dialogue, myth, and teaching—offers a gentle, immersive pace that rewards patient reading. The Devi Mahatmya section shines with devotion to the goddess, featuring the revered Chandi or Durga Saptashati hymns, while other episodes—such as the tale of Queen Madalasa—weave wisdom through memorable narratives. Bibek Debroy’s translation preserves the cadence and depth of the original, making the work accessible to a new generation without sacrificing its spiritual nuance.
After finishing The Markandeya Purana, readers gain a richer grasp of Hindu philosophy, the yoga tradition, and the many faces of the divine. It leaves you with a sense of wonder, spiritual clarity, and a lasting appreciation for myth as a pathway to self-understanding, inviting reflection long after the last page is turned.
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Author
Bibek Debroy
Publisher
India Penguin Classics
Number of Pages
560
Language
English
SKU
9780143448259
ISBN
9780143448259
Binding
Paperback
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Bibek Debroy Has An Interest In Indology And Sanskrit. He Is Known For His Unabridged Translations Of Itihasa Purana Texts From Sanskrit To English—The Bhagavat Gita, The Mahabharata, The Hari Vamsha, The Valmiki Ramayana, The Bhagavata Purana, The Markandeya Purana, The Brahma Purana, The Vishnu Purana And The Shiva Purana. A Translation Of The Brahmanda Purana Is Awaiting Publication. The Word Count Of Translations Already Completed Amounts To Five Million, And In 2019, He Featured In Theimca Book Of Records As The ‘Most Prolific Translator’. He Has Been Conferred With The Padmashri And The Title Of ‘Vachaspati’. Other Than Translations, He Is The Author Of The Much-Acclaimed The Bhagavad Gita For Millennials And Devi For Millennials, And Has Edited, Along With Anuradha Goyal, The Book Navaratri: When Devi Comes Home. We Believe In The Power Of Discovery. That'S Why We Create Books For Everyone That Explore Ideas And Nurture Curiosity About The World We Live In. From First Words To The Big Bang, From The Wonders Of Nature To City Adventures, You Will Find Expert Knowledge, Hours Of Fun And Endless Inspiration In The Pages Of Our Books. Www.Dk.Com Biography: Bibek Debroy Is A Renowned Economist, Scholar And Translator. He Has Worked In Universities, Research Institutes, Industry And For The Government. He Has Widely Published Books, Papers And Articles On Economics. As A Translator, He Is Best Known For His Magnificent Rendition Of The Mahabharata In Ten Volumes As Well As The Three-Volume Valmiki Ramayana-Both Of Which Have Been Published To Wide Acclaim By Penguin Classics. He Is Also The Author Of Sarama And Her Children, Which Splices His Interest In Hinduism With His Love For Dogs.